Articles by Michael Le Pard

About Michael Le Pard

Michael Le Pard (“Mr. Totalmotorcycle”) is the Founder of Total Motorcycle, the world’s largest motorcycle information site, trusted by over 430 million riders since 1999. With over 34 years of experience in motorcycles, gear and rider culture, he has built a global community dedicated to empowering and inspiring motorcyclists. Total Motorcycle remains his passion project. Combining expert research, hands‑on knowledge and a commitment to helping riders make informed decisions about bikes, gear and safety worldwide.

GAUTIER PAULIN ON THE PODIUM AT MXGP OF EUROPE

Mar 21, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Making the most of a tough round two of the 2018 Motocross World Championship at the iconic sandy track of Valkenswaard, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Gautier Paulin secured third overall in the MXGP class. […]

Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Finish First Outings Under Qatar Floodlights

Mar 21, 2018 Michael Le Pard

The Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Team were keen to begin their 2018 MotoGP World Championship challenge today. Valentino Rossi’s and Maverick Viñales’ main goal for the first two practice sessions was to set up their YZR-M1s […]

SECOND ROW FOR ALEX RINS IN QATAR QUALIFYING

Mar 21, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 17. Alex Rins: 6th – 1:54.339 (+ 0.659) Andrea Iannone: 11th – 1:54.619 (+ 0.939) • Tricky conditions in early sessions • Alex Rins on second row for tomorrow’s […]

JARED MEES WINS 2018 AMERICAN FLAT TRACK DAYTONA TT

Mar 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, FL (March 16, 2018) – Indian Motorcycle Racing and reigning 2017 American Flat Track Champion Jared Mees, aboard his Scout FTR750, repeat with another win at the Daytona TT. Along with Mees, a […]

SHINING START FOR SUZUKI ECSTAR ON DAY 1 IN QATAR

Mar 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 16. Alex Rins: 3rd – 1:54.458 (+ 0.097) Andrea Iannone: 5th – 1:55.816 (+ 0.480) • Alex Rins battling for top spot throughout FP2. • Andrea Iannone consistently quick […]

Yamaha Riders Set For 2018 Enduro World Championship Opener In Finland

Mar 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Outsiders Yamaha Official Enduro Team are all-set to begin another exciting season of FIM Enduro World Championship competition in Finland. Following a productive week of testing in real winter conditions, team riders Loïc Larrieu and […]

Defending Grand National Champ Jared Mees Picks Up Where He Left Off

Mar 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (March 15, 2018) – The world’s elite dirt track motorcycle racers entered the 2018 American Flat Track opener at Daytona International Speedway having spent practically every available moment for the past several […]

SUZUKI READY FOR AUSTRALIAN SBK 2ND ROUND

Mar 17, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – March 15. The 2018 Australian Superbike Championship heads to Goulburn, New South Wales this weekend with defending ASBK Champion Josh Waters and newcomer Markus Chiodo aboard the Suzuki ECSTAR GSX-R1000 […]

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE “THE WRENCH: SCOUT BOBBER BUILD OFF” COMPETITION

Mar 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard

Bike Build Off to Supply Three Non-Professional Customizers with 2018 Scout Bobber & $10,000 Build Budget – Submissions Open from March 15-30 at IndianMotorcycle.com MINNEAPOLIS (March 5, 2018) – There was a time when building […]

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JACK DANIEL’S INDIAN SCOUT BOBBER SELLS OUT IN 10 MINS

Mar 15, 2018 Michael Le Pard

MINNEAPOLIS (March 14, 2018) – Indian Motorcycle and Jack Daniel’s, along with Klock Werks Kustom Cycles, announced the 2018 Jack Daniel’s Limited Edition Indian Scout Bobber reached pre-order capacity. Indian Motorcycle dealers began accepting orders […]

Articles by Michael Le Pard

GAUTIER PAULIN ON THE PODIUM AT MXGP OF EUROPE

Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Finish First Outings Under Qatar Floodlights

SECOND ROW FOR ALEX RINS IN QATAR QUALIFYING

JARED MEES WINS 2018 AMERICAN FLAT TRACK DAYTONA TT

SHINING START FOR SUZUKI ECSTAR ON DAY 1 IN QATAR

Yamaha Riders Set For 2018 Enduro World Championship Opener In Finland

Defending Grand National Champ Jared Mees Picks Up Where He Left Off

SUZUKI READY FOR AUSTRALIAN SBK 2ND ROUND

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE “THE WRENCH: SCOUT BOBBER BUILD OFF” COMPETITION

JACK DANIEL’S INDIAN SCOUT BOBBER SELLS OUT IN 10 MINS

PABLO QUINTANILLA SET TO KICK OFF RALLY SEASON AT THE ABU DHABI DESERT CHALLENGE

Yamaha and Rossi Confirm Two-Year Contract Extension

BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy Central Asia 2018

Good Vibes Ahead of Valkenswaard for Official Yamaha Riders

Triple Threat Bubba Blackwell to Jump, Flag, and Talk His Way Through DAYTONA TT

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